While it’s great to use the big, white label to see how many carbohydrates, fats, protein etc. are in the foods you eat, all that information (while helpful) can be overwhelming! The deal is, when a thing seems overwhelming, we tend to ignore it; no matter how valuable it is.

The value of plants far exceeds vitamins and nutrients. Phytonutrients tell our bodies what to do and how to do it at the cellular level. So when mom said, "eat your veggies, they're good for you", she was right!

Food is Connection. A bond between ourselves and those we choose to share it with. What kinds of things do you want infused into your nourishment? How can we re-frame rushed, irritated and apathetic feelings into calm, joy and love as we prepare foods.

Everything we do involves choice. What color shoes and socks we put on, whether we decide to stop completely at the red light, whether we eat a whole donut because everyone else is, or whether we choose to take the stairs, eat a salad, or pick a new veggie to try for dinner. The choice is yours.